The Vent Room
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The Vent Room is where respiratory therapists can come for a little professional inspiration. Join Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry, as she interviews industry professionals about current topics in respiratory care. Whether you are a student or practicing RT, this podcast is for you, learn how respiratory therapists around the world are improving patient outcomes and advancing the profession.
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In this episode, Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks with Chris Benitez, RRT about his journey into health care informatics from a his bedside role.
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Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry is back after a hiatus with a new episode of The Vent Room. In this episode, Dr. Dragonberry talks with Mindy Conklin. Mindy is the very first Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist working at the Maryland VA. She is a trailblazer in the respiratory profession leading the way.  ..read more
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Welcome to 2021! This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Benjamin Wang MD, a medical entrepreneur, who created the NeVAP subglottic suction endotracheal tube. They discuss his inspiration and how it went from idea to actuality.   ..read more
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The week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Gary Mefford from Hayek Medical Devices. They talk about Biphasic Cuirass Ventilation (BCV) for respiratory care. Gary's passion for the respiratory profession shines through.  ..read more
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This week Dr. Dragonberry speaks to Cheyenne Baird a travel respiratory therapist who worked in NYC during the height of the Covid pandemic. She shares her experience and her personal reflections.  ..read more
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This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry spoke to Lori Tinkler, the CEO, of the NBRC. They discussion the role of the NBRC, continuing competency, and the More RTs campaign.  ..read more
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This Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Nicole Kupchik MN, RN, CCRN about proning the non-vented COVID patient. Should we be doing this more often than we currently are?
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Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to medical doctor Kirk Hinkley about the use of HFNC with the COVID-19 patient. The therapeutic approach with this patient population is changing as we learn more. Dr. Hinkley provides some tips on ways to decrease transmission and protect yourself.
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This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry is joined by Lexie Caraway. They discuss RT quality improvement projects and about Lexie's first submission to the AARC Open Forum. Are you ready for your first submission?  ..read more
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This week Dr. Tabatha Dragonberry speaks to Natalie Napolitano. Natalie tells us about her role as a research clinical specialist. Her desire for improving patient care kicked started her passion for research.  ..read more